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The 7 Secrets of Highly Happy People
Original article on lifehack.org Happiness is not something easily measured. After all, it is truly in the eyes of the beholder, and depends so much on our perspective of life. Happiness is not a one-size-fits-all concept! That being said, there are some common elements of highly happy people. Happy people who have unlocked the secrets… Read More »
11 WARNING Signs Of Unhealthy Relationships You Need to Be Aware Of
Original article on lifehack.org Are you in an unhealthy relationship? Is it real love or just infatuation? What, you’re not sure? Here are the 11 telltale warning signs that you’re in an unhealthy relationship: 1. Your personal growth can not flourish in the relationship Whereas healthy relationships offer safe havens for personal growth, people who… Read More »
The 10 Essential Habits of Positive People
Originally a guest post on www.lifehack.org Are you waiting for life events to turn out the way you want so that you can feel more positive about your life? Do you find yourself having pre-conditions to your sense of well-being, thinking that certain things must happen for you to be happier?
8 Ways to Finally “Get Over It” and Get On with Your Life!
Original article on stevenaitchison.co.uk. “My Mama always said you’ve got to put the past behind before you can move on.” – Forrest Gump Forrest Gump seemed to have learned a lesson that many smarter and more accomplished people have not. Despite the fact that we all know that life never gave us a guarantee that… Read More »
Are you an active listener… or do you just hear?
Original article on pro.psychcentral.com. One of the most valuable lessons that my clients have found useful over the years is learning the art of active listening. All too often, when people think of being a good communicator, they think of having good verbal skills. However, much of healthy communication is knowing how to listen …… Read More »
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Technique: The Observing Self
Original article on pro.psychcentral.com. Do you ever focus on looking AT your thoughts rather than FROM your thoughts? If so, you are practicing one of the cornerstones of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy developed by Dr. Stephen Hayes. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, known as ACT, combines CBT principles with mindfulness techniques. In a process called Cognitive… Read More »
Using a Calming Box for Self-Soothing and Emotional Regulation
Original article on pro.psychcentral.com. As a therapist, I have always been a big fan of offering my clients “hands on” practical strategies that can help them self-soothe immediately in times of anger and emotional distress. I refer to these self-soothing boxes by names such as a Calming Box or Coping Skills Toolbox. Self-soothing boxes are… Read More »
Are You Highly Happy? 10 Simple Tips and Quick Quiz
Original article on pro.psychcentral.com. How happy are you? Have you noticed that some people who seem to have so much in life would hardly describe themselves as happy, while others who seem to have so little feel happy with their lives and themselves? Truly, happiness is an inside job! Yes, some of us have wiring… Read More »
CBT Technique: Using the Triple Column Technique to Change Your Thoughts To Change Your Life!
Original article on pro.psychcentral.com. One of the cornerstones of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) is to help individuals identify their negative and irrational ways of thinking. Cognitive Errors, also known as Cognitive Distortions, are unhealthy thinking habits that lead to most common mental health problems, including anxiety, depression and other mood disorders. The concept of Cognitive… Read More »
